We want LinkedIn to reflect the best version of professional life

This is a community where we treat each other with respect and help each other succeed.

• LinkedIn sums up its rules as three principles: be safe, be trustworthy and be professional Content & IP Rights

Be safe

Only bring safe conversations to LinkedIn.

• LinkedIn sums up its rules as three principles: be safe, be trustworthy and be professional Content & IP Rights

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Be trustworthy

Use your true identity and share information that is real and authentic.

• LinkedIn sums up its rules as three principles: be safe, be trustworthy and be professional Content & IP Rights

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Be professional

We allow broad conversations about the world of work, but just keep it professional.

• LinkedIn sums up its rules as three principles: be safe, be trustworthy and be professional Content & IP Rights

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LinkedIn Professional Community Policies

Thank you for using LinkedIn, where the world’s professionals come together to find jobs, stay informed, learn new skills, and build productive relationships. The content that you contribute should add to the LinkedIn community in a constructive manner. Additional information on what that means, is laid out below. You should also review our [Publishing Platform Guidelines](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/47545). Together we can make our community a place where everyone is able to learn, grow, and communicate, which, in turn, helps create economic opportunity for everyone.

• The policies apply to all members, whose contributions should add to the community constructively Content & IP Rights

Tell us if you see abusive content

If you see something you believe may violate our policies, whether in profiles, posts, messages, comments, or anywhere else, please [report it to us](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/146). Combined with our automated defenses, these reports help us identify and prevent abuse. Users can report content by clicking on the three dots icon in the upper right-hand corner of the content itself on LinkedIn. Please use the reporting tools responsibly and only for their intended purposes. To learn more about how to report inappropriate content, behavior, or members, visit our [Transparency Center](https://about.linkedin.com/transparency).

• You can report anything you believe may violate the policies, including profiles, posts, messages and comments Content & IP Rights
• Trained reviewers, automated systems and member reports are used to find violating content, which can be removed Content & IP Rights

In addition to LinkedIn's trained content reviewers, we use automated systems to identify potentially violative content. Violating content can be removed from LinkedIn. Learn more about our approach to content moderation, including our automated systems, [here](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/a1441504).

• Trained reviewers, automated systems and member reports are used to find violating content, which can be removed Content & IP Rights

Violating our community policies can result in action against your account or content

• Violations can lead to content being limited, labeled or removed, and repeated or egregious ones to account restriction Account & Service Control

These policies apply to all members. Depending on the severity of violation, we may limit the visibility of certain content, label it, or remove it entirely. Repeated or egregious offenses can result in account restriction. If you believe action taken on your content or your account was in error, you can submit an [appeal](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/a1441505).

• The policies apply to all members, whose contributions should add to the community constructively Content & IP Rights
• Violations can lead to content being limited, labeled or removed, and repeated or egregious ones to account restriction Account & Service Control
• You can appeal if you believe action on your content or account was a mistake Account & Service Control

We may allow certain content that would otherwise violate these Professional Community Policies to remain on the platform if it is educational or newsworthy. Examples may include graphic depictions of an occupation, such as video of a surgeon operating, content shared about a newsworthy event like war or armed conflict, or inherently newsworthy content like statements or actions by certain public officials. When making a determination of newsworthiness, we balance the potential harm from the content staying on the platform against the value to our members and the public of it staying accessible. Graphic or disturbing newsworthy or educational content will include a warning screen.

• Educational or newsworthy content may stay up despite breaking the policies, behind a warning screen if graphic Content & IP Rights
• No threats or incitement of violence, and no support for violent or organized criminal groups Content & IP Rights
• No gruesome or gratuitously graphic content, and nothing that promotes or facilitates criminal activity Content & IP Rights

Learn more about how [we enforce violations of our Professional Community Policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137368).

Be safe

Only bring safe conversations to LinkedIn.

Do not post harassing content: We don’t allow bullying or harassment. This includes targeted personal attacks, intimidation, shaming, disparagement, and abusive language directed at other members. Do not reveal others' personal or sensitive information (for example, doxing), or incite others to do the same. You may not engage in trolling or other repetitive negative content that disrupts other members or conversations on the platform.

• No harassment, bullying, doxing or trolling of other members Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [harassing and abusive content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137369).

Do not threaten, incite, or promote violence: We don’t allow threatening or inciting violence of any kind. We don’t allow individuals or groups that engage in or promote violence, property damage, or organized criminal activity. You may not use LinkedIn to express support for such individuals or groups or to otherwise glorify violence.

• No threats or incitement of violence, and no support for violent or organized criminal groups Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [violent and graphic content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137374).

Do not share material depicting the exploitation of children: We have zero tolerance for content that depicts the sexual exploitation of children. Do not share, post, transmit, or solicit child exploitation material through or using our platform. Do not use LinkedIn in any way to facilitate, encourage, or engage in the abuse or exploitation of children. When we become aware of apparent child exploitation, we report it to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). Additionally, while we recognize that there may be instances where people share images of non-sexualized child nudity with good intentions, we generally remove these images due to the potential of misappropriation and abuse by others.

• Zero tolerance for child sexual exploitation material or using LinkedIn to exploit children Content & IP Rights
• LinkedIn reports apparent child exploitation to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Sharing & Disclosure

Do not promote, sell or attempt to purchase restricted goods or services. We don't allow content that facilitates the purchase of dangerous, illegal, or otherwise restricted goods and services, prostitution, and escort services. We don't allow content that promotes or distributes fake educational and/or professional certifications, sale of scraped data, proxy test-taking, or instructions on creating forged official documents. You may not use LinkedIn to hold lotteries, contests, sweepstakes, or giveaways. Do not use LinkedIn to sensationalize or capitalize on tragic events for commercial purposes.

• No selling or buying dangerous, illegal or restricted goods, fake credentials, scraped data or proxy test-taking Content & IP Rights
• Lotteries, contests, sweepstakes and giveaways may not be run on LinkedIn Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [restricted goods and services policy](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137373).

Do not share content promoting dangerous organizations or individuals. We don't allow any terrorist organizations or violent extremist groups on our platform. And we don't allow any individuals who affiliate with such organizations or groups to have a LinkedIn profile. Content that depicts terrorist activity, that is intended to recruit for terrorist organizations, or that threatens, promotes, or supports terrorism in any manner is not tolerated.

• Terrorist and violent extremist groups, and people affiliated with them, are not allowed on LinkedIn Account & Service Control

Learn more about our [dangerous organizations and individuals policy](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137375).

Be Trustworthy

We require you to use your true identity on LinkedIn, provide accurate information about yourself or your organization, and only share information that is real and authentic.

• You must use your true identity and accurate information, with no fake profiles or false affiliations Account & Service Control

Do not share false or misleading content: Do not share content that is false, misleading, or intended to deceive. Do not share content to interfere with or improperly influence an election or other civic process. Do not share synthetic or manipulated media that depicts a person saying something they did not say or doing something they did not do without clearly disclosing the fake or altered nature of the material. Do not share content that directly contradicts guidance from leading global health organizations and public health authorities; including false information about the safety or efficacy of vaccines or medical treatments. Do not share content or endorse someone or something in exchange for personal benefit (including personal or family relationships, monetary payment, free products or services, or other value), unless you have included a clear and conspicuous notice of the personal benefit you receive and have otherwise complied with our [Advertising Policies](https://www.linkedin.com/legal/ads-policy). We don't allow political advertisements, endorsements, or support posted in exchange for money or personal benefit.

• No false or misleading content, election interference, or content contradicting public health guidance Content & IP Rights
• Deepfakes of real people are banned unless their fake or altered nature is clearly disclosed Content & IP Rights
• Paid or benefit-driven endorsements need a clear notice, and political ones are not allowed at all Charges & Financial Obligations

Learn more about our [false or misleading content policy](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137371).

Do not create a fake profile or falsify information about yourself: We don’t allow fake profiles or entities. Do not post misleading or deceptive information about yourself, your business, your qualifications, work experience, affiliations, or achievements. Do not use an image of someone else, or any other image that is not your likeness, for your [profile photo](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/430). Do not associate yourself on LinkedIn with a business or organization that you are not actually professionally associated with. Do not use or attempt to use another person's LinkedIn account or create a member profile for anyone other than yourself. And do not share your LinkedIn account with anyone else.

• You must use your true identity and accurate information, with no fake profiles or false affiliations Account & Service Control
• Your account is yours alone: do not share it, use someone else's, or create a profile for another person Account & Service Control

Do not scam, defraud, deceive others. Do not use LinkedIn to facilitate romance scams, promote pyramid schemes, or otherwise defraud members. Do not share malicious software that puts our members, platform, or services at risk. Phishing attempts are not tolerated.

• No scams, fraud, malware or phishing Security & Safeguards

Learn more about our [scams and fraud content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137377).

Be professional

LinkedIn's mission is to connect the world's professionals to make them more productive and successful. We allow broad conversations about the world of work, but require professional expression. To maintain a professional platform, members should treat each other with respect and civility. Do not interact with others or share content in a way that's uncivil, inappropriate, or disrespectful.

• Members should treat each other with respect and civility and avoid uncivil, inappropriate or disrespectful content Content & IP Rights

Do not be hateful. We don't allow content that attacks, denigrates, intimidates, dehumanizes, incites or threatens hatred, violence, prejudicial or discriminatory action against individuals or groups because of their actual or perceived race, ethnicity, national origin, caste, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, age, or disability status. Hate groups are not permitted on LinkedIn. Do not use racial, religious, or other slurs that incite or promote hatred, or any other content intended to create division. Do not post or share content that denies a well-documented historical event such as the Holocaust or slavery in the United States.

• No hateful content, hate groups, slurs or denial of well-documented historical events Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [hateful and derogatory content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137378).

Do not engage in sexual innuendos or unwanted advances. We don't allow unwanted expressions of attraction, desire, requests for romantic relationship, marriage proposals, sexual advances or innuendo, or lewd remarks. LinkedIn is a professional networking platform, not a dating site. Do not use LinkedIn to pursue romantic connections, ask for romantic dates, or provide sexual commentary on someone's appearance or perceived attractiveness. Do not send unwanted advances in messages, posts, or comments or send sexually explicit images to anyone on the platform.

• LinkedIn is not a dating site: no romantic pursuit, sexual advances, innuendo or sexually explicit images Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [sexual harassment and unwanted advances policy](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137370).

Do not share harmful or shocking material. We don't allow content that is excessively gruesome or shocking. This includes content that is sadistic or gratuitously graphic, such as the depiction of bodily injury, severe physical or sexual violence. We don't allow content, activities, or events that promote, organize, depict, or facilitate criminal activity. We also don't allow content depicting or promoting instructional weapon making, drug abuse, and threats of theft. Do not engage in or promote escort services, prostitution, exploitation of children, or human trafficking. Do not share content or activities that promote or encourage suicide or any type of self-injury, including self-mutilation and eating disorders. If you see signs that someone may be considering self-harm, please report it using our reporting tools and consider also reporting it to your local law enforcement authorities. Do not share material depicting nudity or sexual activity.

• No gruesome or gratuitously graphic content, and nothing that promotes or facilitates criminal activity Content & IP Rights
• No content promoting suicide or self-injury; LinkedIn asks members to report signs of self-harm Content & IP Rights
• No material depicting nudity or sexual activity Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [violent and graphic content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137374) and our [nudity and adult content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137376).

Do not spam members or the platform. We don't allow untargeted, irrelevant, obviously unwanted, unauthorized, inappropriate commercial or promotional, or gratuitously repetitive messages or similar content. Do not use our invitation feature to send promotional messages to people you don't know or to otherwise spam people. Please make the effort to create original, professional, relevant, and interesting content in order to gain engagement. Don't do things to artificially increase engagement with your content. Respond authentically to others’ content and don’t agree with others ahead of time to like or re-share each other’s content.

• No spam, including untargeted or unwanted promotional messages and promotional invitations to strangers Content & IP Rights
• No artificial engagement, including pre-arranged agreements to like or re-share each other's content Content & IP Rights

Learn more about our [spam content policies](https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/137372).